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Old 08-19-2019, 10:52 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by rick35 View Post
This was my first snap replacement kit. The tool is not very sturdy and bent after a few uses. I now use a vice grip with the snap heads welded on. Costs $45 at Amazon. You’ll always need to replace snaps so I think the extra money is worth it.
Same exact experience here.

Get the vice grip tool.

If doing the work over the water I suggest that you fashion some sort of lanyard to keep the tool in your possession.
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